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Ratatouille Beat Sheet

Writer Brad Bird serves 15 tasty beats in a story that really cooks. The post <i>Ratatouille</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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The Conversation Beat Sheet

The beats of the winner of the esteemed Palme d'Or in 1974. The post <i>The Conversation</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Jaws Beat Sheet

To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Spielberg classic, which premiered on June 20, 1975, we present this tasty breakdown. The post <i>Jaws</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the...

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Body Heat Beat Sheet

There's plenty of heat in each beat of Lawrence Kasdan's 1981 classic. The post <i>Body Heat</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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The Lobster Beat Sheet

See how the highly acclaimed indie hit the beats. The post <i>The Lobster</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Story Stakes and the Power of Why

Good stories show us WHAT will happen, and WHY it matters. The post Story Stakes and the Power of Why appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Hamilton Beat Sheet

A stage musical hit the beats with lyrics that deliver a story that resonates. The post <i>Hamilton</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Cracking the Midpoint: The False Victory

What if your story calls for a false victory at the Midpoint? The post Cracking the Midpoint: The False Victory appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Seeing Theme in the Dark Night of the Soul

The beat reflects how the main character feels about the theme. The post Seeing Theme in the Dark Night of the Soul appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Sicario Beat Sheet

See how Taylor Sheridan's film hits the beats. The post <i>Sicario</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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The Silence of the Lambs Beat Sheet

See how writer Ted Tally hits the beats. The post <i>The Silence of the Lambs</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Hell or High Water Beat Sheet

See how Sheridan Taylor's award-winning script hits the beats. The post <i>Hell or High Water</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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How and Why to Write a Good Logline

The essentials for writing an effective logline. The post How and Why to Write a Good Logline appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Taken Beat Sheet

Learn how to structure your screenplay by seeing how Bresson and Kamen structured theirs. The post <i>Taken</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Which Beat Is the Most Critical to Your Protagonist’s Transformation?

Naomi Beaty shows how you can create an arc. The post Which Beat Is the Most Critical to Your Protagonist’s Transformation? appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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When Should You Know Your Theme?

What is your theme's purpose? The post When Should You Know Your Theme? appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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A Man Like You Beat Sheet

Watch a brilliant 3-minute film and read its beats. The post <i>A Man Like You</i> Beat Sheet appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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The Story Goal: What Does Your Protagonist Want?

Your story goal is your spine. The post The Story Goal: What Does Your Protagonist Want? appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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Can Your Antagonist Switch Sides?

Answers to a challenging question The post Can Your Antagonist Switch Sides? appeared first on Save the Cat!®.

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When Is a Beat a Scene vs. a Section of Your Script?

You need to understand the proportions of your story beats to create a foundation that truly resonates with readers and audiences. The post When Is a Beat a Scene vs. a Section of Your Script?...

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